Level 3 | Handgun Carry Confidence

Service Description

This introduction to defensive pistol course equips participants with the knowledge, techniques, and skills essential for comfortable and confident firearm carry. Topics include gear selection, holster placement, draw stroke, malfunctions, reloading, and movement under time and area constraints. Experience Level: Participants should have completed a basic handgun and permit level class within the past year, with a solid grasp of range etiquette and basic gun handling and safety skills. Essential for those planning to carry a firearm as part of their lifestyle or for personal defense, this course offers tailored carry considerations for daily concealed carry routines. Participants will engage in both dry-fire and live-fire exercises, with progressive instruction and drills to build real-world skills for safe and effective firearm handling under stressing conditions. Training includes techniques for drawing and engaging from concealment and addressing malfunctions in both range and real-world conditions. Required Gear: Working handgun (preferably a centerfire gun) Approximately 450 rounds of factory FMJ ball ammunition Minimum of two functional magazines Eye and ear protection IWB or OWB holster (NO SERPA or BLACKHAWK HOLSTERS) Magazine pouch for belts Belt designed for firearm handling or concealed rig setup Personal lunch and beverages encouraged Attire: High collared shirt, cover and concealment garment if carrying concealed (bring options). No open-toe shoes. Baseball caps recommended but not required. Note: SAFE instructors do not provide legal advice.